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Slieve Donard

Newcastle, Northern Ireland
Ranked #4 of 18 attractions in Newcastle
5.0 of 5 stars 11 Reviews
Type: Mountains
Activities: Hiking
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Belfast, United Kingdom
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

we had a 2 night stay with a meal included and access to the spa. was so relaxing, food was amazing, and being able to walk out onto the beach was fantastic More

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ballymena
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

Menu choice very good, service excellent. Didn't like empty plates being lifted before other person was finished. More

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Wisbech, United Kingdom
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

Dropped off by taxi at Bloody Bridge for large group walk up Slieve Donard. Everyone was convinced the wall was a myth until they hit it. 300m straight up to the summit without a well defined path - just great. Fantastic weather and onward route via Slieve Commedagh via Hare's Gap to Meelmore Activity Centre - hunt out the fantastic... More

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Peterborough
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

A steep climb most of the way but magnificent views (on a clear day) followed by a steep descent! More

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Belfast
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012

Beautiful hotel, I was at a wedding in the Slieve Donard Hotel and the food was first class with every course piping hot which isn't always easy to achieve at a large wedding. The food was beautifully presented. The receiption room was so pretty and well decorated. More

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Newry, United Kingdom
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012

what a brilliant weekend we had here come and see for youselves More

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lisburn
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

have been going to the lighthouse bar since it opened , and it is probably my favourite in newcastle, for the views alone............then there is the lovely relaxed atmosphere, and great food More

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Bangor, United Kingdom
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2012

A great experience. Food and service efficent and proffesional. More

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Northern Ireland
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2012

In good weather, breathtaking views - bring stout footwear More

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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2012

Want luxury in a perfect surrounding of mountains and sea - this is the place! More

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